Junior Paint Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Paint Prep Specialist

Pay Rate: $20.00 – $24.00 / hour

Position Overview

The Paint Prep Specialist is responsible for preparing components and parts according to customer and quality specifications to achieve optimal cosmetics and paint adhesion. This role involves preparing surfaces, executing masking processes, collaborating on process improvements, and maintaining safe operation standards across the department.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform paint preparation duties and responsibilities according to company specifications to achieve required cosmetic grades after painting.
• Ensure parts are thoroughly prepped and cleaned to maintain high standards for paint adhesion.
• Follow detailed written masking instructions and collaborate with engineering teams to develop optimum masking processes for new products.
• Train other operational team members on process improvements and best practices.
• Execute paint prep techniques, including hardware concealment (using body fillers like bondo) to achieve Class A cosmetics post-paint.
• Minimize the risk of defects and suggest preventive measures for future operational steps.
• Read, understand, and follow detailed paint process instructions (DPPI) and operational comments.

Education, Training & Experience

• Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent (Preferred).
• Experience: Demonstrated working knowledge of set-up, hand tool usage, and surface preparation practices in a manufacturing or production environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Technical Skills: Possess advanced grinding and sanding skills, ability to identify grit ratings, and basic understanding of various oscillation types.
• Equipment & Tools: Proficient in using hand tools, including pneumatic/electric sanders and grinders.
• Problem Solving & Safety: Ability to troubleshoot operational issues, identify potential safety hazards, and minimize injury risks.
• Process Improvement: Ability to provide constructive feedback regarding potential process discrepancies or efficiency enhancements.
• Adaptability: Flexible to support and work in other production areas as needed.
• Safety Compliance: Strict adherence to safety protocols and consistent use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.

\nCompany Description

For over 80 years, we’ve pioneered workforce solutions that help businesses scale and job seekers thrive. As a national recruiting enterprise with a local office in Milpitas, CA, we combine global talent capabilities with dedicated, hands-on regional support.

Company Description

For over 80 years, we’ve pioneered workforce solutions that help businesses scale and job seekers thrive. As a national recruiting enterprise with a local office in Milpitas, CA, we combine global talent capabilities with dedicated, hands-on regional support.